Associations to the word «Laches»

Wiktionary

LACHES, noun. (legal) An unreasonable delay in bringing a claim alleging a wrong, which means the person who waited shall not be permitted to seek an equitable remedy because the delay prejudiced the moving party. Sleeping on one's rights.

Wise words

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